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HomeMy WebLinkAboutNEW ERA MINE 1997 ATTATCHMENT RR' il:�f�r't �f) •{�' :'1" `�_' ..ryi�t ''��'$r�y:i: "S 'r� •}' S3 is`�ii� � {�' tt:� t!}� tr C._" -s- - �' t' �t��il�:lit.�ilfiN. ' • ip ' ° q ,,,, x ' a ' r }'�•'� ot u0 ` ,yr b n r 1. . "f1 Ilk a kiJ ,Y I b p P "� � v w•, 4• I t a t ,,.y n� y" � r •'t � F t � � iL ° • ° ��rt NEW,ERA MINE, F �' °� °� ° D ,}�, , " may: •�'�}'��4 F :: #. w''. � � � � e v 14 i sq 4N :f �• �x� - j :�,c to - At � kyr.. - ',�. - }�' - D It h s. ° 3t � � ' # �� � z •r>, .i..c �,,�{� ��ti t j k:CYad ke' K '�..-� �� �� g ° v ° a ° ,° Y `• i(� 1 to "° ,. €� d ' '�-�� ��' . :, ° m '- � � ., a'. t. p�pvv�,a' fav` D D '40� Q 4 D. 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Designated Agent's Name (individual must reside in CA) Mailing Address N/A Telephone City ZIP Code Telephone ( ) ITEMS BELOW WHICH ARE PRECEDED BY A BOX LABELED N.C. MAY BE CHECKED— IF THERE ARE NO CHANGES IN THE INFORMATION FROM THE LAST REPORTING YEAR. (NOTE: IF THIS IS THE FIRST TIME YOU HAVE FILED A REPORT, ALL SECTIONS MUST BE COMPLETED.) 3. Owner of Mining Operation Telephone Ronald ., Logan ( 530 ) 533-4645 Mailing Address (this address will be used to send next year's report form) 4095 Dry Creek Rd. City State/ZIP Code Country (If other than U.S.A.) Oroville CA/95965 Was this operation purchased by you during reporting year? Was this operation sold ti Pe y you during reporting year? r Yes. If yes, date of purchase r No. r Yes. If yes, date of sale (X No. 44. Landowner. Assessor's Parcel # Ronald Logan & Betty Logan 41-08-27 Mailing Address Telephone 4095 Dry Creek Rd. ( 530 ) 533-4645 City/State/ZIP Code Country (If other than U.S.A:) Oroville, CA 95965 5. Status of Mining Activities DURING THE REPORTING YEAR 7 Newly Permitted -Not yet in operation. Date Permitted J Uun e It,, 1192— FK 1 ZFK Active. (—: Idle (as defined in Public Resources Code Section 2727.1). Complete the following: Date operation became idle F_ Copy of Approved Interim Management Plan attached. F_ Interim Management Plan pending with Lead Agency. r Closed with no intent to resume. Date mining ceased r. Closed—reclamation certified complete by Lead Agency. Date mining ceased 6. Status of Reclamation Activities DURING THE REPORTING YEAR F_ Reclamation not started. r7 Reclamation in progress (attach updated reclamation plan map indicating progress). r Reclamation certified complete by Lead Agency. I + Reclamation certified complete on (Date). Financial Assurances released on (Date). DISTRIBUTION: Original to State Copy to Lead Agency Copy to Operator state of canromla DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION MINING OPERATION ANNUAL REPORT CA MINEID# 91- ft-i,RG-2 Page 2 7. r'. Yes FX-: No Inspection completed by Lead Agency during the reporting year. If yes, attach a copy of the Surface Mining Inspection Report (MRRC-1). If inspection report is not attached, please explain on Page 4. F7 8A. SMARA Lead Agency (city OR county ONLY) Butte County N.C. r 8B. Reclamation Plan Status N.C. r'-: No Plan -fes FX,' Approved on �! V.lie- 12 I �2 (date). Attach copy with amendments, condftions, and PROOF of approval. 18 Number of acres subject to Reclamation Plan (-'Pending. Submitted to Lead Agency on (date). AZtTtT►_ . ; rP O.F _ _F tiL On Appeal. Submitted to SMGB on (date). 3A. AG : ,.t2C1tt1 ®�3: B I?rdl` 9• F.' Yes: Financial Assurances approved by Lead Agency. ATTACH GBI?Y A DaPRt}S) ..OFrAIPP OVA Complete below for approved Financial Assurances: Date R Aff"M Type Date POSW by Agw%y Renewat DaleR f apglcade) 3.000.00 Perf. Bond (-' No: Financial Assurances NOT approved by Lead Agency. r; Financial Assurances pending with Lead Agency. Submitted on (date) IF APPLICABLE, INFORMATION REQUIRED IN ITEMS 10 THROUGH 13 MUST BE PROVIDED FOR EACH SEPARATE PLOT N.C. 10. ATTACH NAMED U.S. GEOLOGICAL SURVEY MAP —7.5' OR 15' QUAD—SHOWING BOUNDARIES OF MINING OPERATION Latitude Longitude Section—Township—Range-Base Meridian Quad Name County a 3Q W 03,8SiV (Z(3Sr�7.Zl 1-21N-3E-M.D.M Oroville Butte 11. Type Code(s) of Mining Operation N.C. 12. DISTURBED ACREAGE psi: "�•�usi�:.m�oaL1�;P �'an.(b�s 1. Approximate disturbed acreage at beginning of Al (This figure should match the figure from item 12, line 5 on your.2eeFr- annual report. If it does not match, please explain on Page 4.) �(o 2. _ Approximate acreage disturbed during. 3. (ADD LINE 1 TO LINE 2) 4, Approximate disturbed acreage reclaimed during 5. 0 (SUBTRACT UNE 4. FROM UNE 3) Approximate disturbed acreage remaining at end of r I.0 14. X Acres Permitted: 18 & Permit # 81-135 r. Acres Vested (Acres disturbed prior to January 1, 1976) Acres on Federal Lands: & Permit/ID # $ Current total assessed value of mining operation as established by County Assessor's Office. DISTRIBUTION: Original to State Copy to Lead Agency Copy to Operator State of Canromla DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION OPERATION ANNUAL REPORT CA MINEID# 91- el?'�INING RC2 Page 3 15. COMMODITIES AND PRODUCTION.. PRODUCTION INFORMATION IS PROPRIETARY AND WILL BE KEPT CONFIDENTIAL PURSUANT TO RIMS PUBLIC RESOURCE CODE SECTION 2207(g) 16 FEES SCHEDULE USING BOTH YOUR CATEGORY NUMBER AND TOTAL PRODUCTION FROM 15(A) ABOVE, REFER TO EXHIBIT C TO FIND YOUR CORRESPONDING PRODUCTION RANGE. ENTER YOUR CORRESPONDING PRODUCTION CODE IN 16(A) AND FEE IN 16(B) BELOW. A.,PRODUCTION CODE.. F)tO�fl(fXHI(1C . .......... B. REPORTING FEE ......... st l3'0 ....X ht. F ............................................. $ GOLD AND SILVER FEE: IF GOLD OR SILVER PRODUCTION IS REPORTED IN SECTION 15(A) OR 15(B), CONTINUE ON TO COMPLETE 16(C) AND (D) C. GOLD FEE ( Ounce(s) of gold) X ($5.00 per ounce) = $ 0.00 D. SILVER FEE ( Ounce(s) of silver) X ($0.10 per ounce) = $ 0.00 TOTAL FEES DUE: SUM OF 16(B), (C) AND (D) $ 0,00 (ATTACH ONE CHECK FOR TOTAL) 17. SUBMITTED BY: Name (Please print) Ronald R. Logan Mailing Address 4095 Dry. Creek Rd. City/State/ZIP Code Oroville, CA 95965' Telephone Number ( 530) 533-4645 1 certify that the information submitted herein is complete and,accurate (failure to submit complete and accurate requisite information may result in an administrative penalty as provided for in Public Resources Code Section 277 1). SIGNATURE OF SUBMITTER DATE 23 /0 TITLE OF SUBMITTER Land Owner Please mall annual report, reporting fee, _gold and silver The and ALL required attachments to: DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION Office of Mine Reclamation 801 K Street, MS 09-06 Sacramento, CA 95814-3529 DISTRIBUTION: Original to State Copy to Lead Agency Copy to Operator Check here if TOTAL PRODUCTION Category No Number Production List All Commodities (from Exhibit B) (from Exhibit B) for a Commodity Amount of Troy Production .. Tons Ounces Pounds A. PRIMARY COMMODITY PRODUCED BY OPERATION: Gold (Placer) 2 ? B. ALL OTHER COMMODITIES PRODUCED BY OPERATION (include any production of gold and silver); Platinum group metals 2 ? 16 FEES SCHEDULE USING BOTH YOUR CATEGORY NUMBER AND TOTAL PRODUCTION FROM 15(A) ABOVE, REFER TO EXHIBIT C TO FIND YOUR CORRESPONDING PRODUCTION RANGE. ENTER YOUR CORRESPONDING PRODUCTION CODE IN 16(A) AND FEE IN 16(B) BELOW. A.,PRODUCTION CODE.. F)tO�fl(fXHI(1C . .......... B. REPORTING FEE ......... st l3'0 ....X ht. F ............................................. $ GOLD AND SILVER FEE: IF GOLD OR SILVER PRODUCTION IS REPORTED IN SECTION 15(A) OR 15(B), CONTINUE ON TO COMPLETE 16(C) AND (D) C. GOLD FEE ( Ounce(s) of gold) X ($5.00 per ounce) = $ 0.00 D. SILVER FEE ( Ounce(s) of silver) X ($0.10 per ounce) = $ 0.00 TOTAL FEES DUE: SUM OF 16(B), (C) AND (D) $ 0,00 (ATTACH ONE CHECK FOR TOTAL) 17. SUBMITTED BY: Name (Please print) Ronald R. Logan Mailing Address 4095 Dry. Creek Rd. City/State/ZIP Code Oroville, CA 95965' Telephone Number ( 530) 533-4645 1 certify that the information submitted herein is complete and,accurate (failure to submit complete and accurate requisite information may result in an administrative penalty as provided for in Public Resources Code Section 277 1). SIGNATURE OF SUBMITTER DATE 23 /0 TITLE OF SUBMITTER Land Owner Please mall annual report, reporting fee, _gold and silver The and ALL required attachments to: DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION Office of Mine Reclamation 801 K Street, MS 09-06 Sacramento, CA 95814-3529 DISTRIBUTION: Original to State Copy to Lead Agency Copy to Operator nate Of Qgftmis EPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION MINING OPERATION ANNUAL REPORT CA MINEID# 91- MRRC-2 Page 4 DISTRIBUTION: Original to State Copy to Lead Agency Copy to Operator • Year: 1997 Operating Information for New Era Mine 4095 Dry Creek Rd., Oroville, CA 95965 Activities: 1. Continued road improvements to the mine. 2. Started cleaning east side of Dry Creek. 3. Built small recovery system for gold. 4. Continued running smaller mill to run high grade. ore. 5. Maintained roads around site. 6. Worked underground in old mine tunnel high grading ore from bedrock. 7. General maintenance on all equipment and grounds west of Dry Creek. r1ol M!o \�'.�. .n 0 I,1 , attest to the fact that I have witnessed the continual opera ion of the New EraQcne located at 4095 Dry Creek Rd., Oroville, CA, Permit # 81-135, from the date to the .present. t e UrDat . i I,= , attest to the fact that I have witnessed the continual operation of the New Era Mine located at 4095 Dry Creek Rd., Oroville-, CA, Permit # 81-135, from the date /),/a(; to the present. a N Date r t { ' - 7 i I, L Q g o.n (; ro. u b E rq e r , attest to the fact that I have witnessed the continual operation of the New Era Mine located at 4095 Dry Creek Rd., Oroville, CA, Permit # 81-135, from the date M7 to the present. Logan Gro,uberger 11-07-07 Name Date 40 1, Michael Logan, a resident of Butte County, California, attest to the fact that I have • worked at various times and witnessed the continual operation of the New Era Mine located at 4095 Dry Creek Rd., Oroville, CA, from the time that Permit # 81-135 was issued on June 12, 1982 to the present. Mi a 1 Logan 40 I, Wade Logan, a resident of Butte. County, California, attest to the fact that I have worked ..at various times and witnessed the continual operation of the New Era Mine located at . 4095 Dry Creek Rd., Oroville, CA, from the time that Permit # 8.1-135 was issued on. June 12, 1982 to the present. Log . I, Dick Hughes, attest -to the fact that I have witnessed the continual operation of the New Era Mine located at 4095 Dry Creek Rd., Oroville, CA, Permit # 81-135, from the date 9YALJS� to the present. ick Hughes 40 I - / ZK -091 Date AFFIDAVIT I solemnly affirm that: 1. I, Ronald R. Logan, reside at 4950 Dry Creek Rd. Oroville, CA 95965; 2. Betty J. Logan and I are the sole owners of the New Era Mine, A.P.# 41- 08-27 (the "Property"); located in Butte County, California; 3. I, Betty J. Logan and/or our agents have engaged in mining operations on this Property without interruption since it was purchased from the Roy's on July 5th, 1977; 4. During all times relevant to the mining operation on the Property we were granted permits and inspections which were in cooperation with Gayland Taylor, Fish and Game Warden, California Fish and Game Department; 5. On June12, 1982 1 was accompanied by my wife to the office of Bettye Kircher, Director of Planning, Butte County Planning Commission, 7 County Center Drive in Oroville, California; 6. 1 agreed, along with my wife to have a lien placed on our Property to satisfy the Reclamation Bond requirements stated in the Mandatory Conditions # 1-5 set by the Butte County Planning Commission for the permit to be valid. 11t��s /i/ ► � r �� Ronald R. Logan .0 solemnly affirm that: 1. I, Betty J. Logan, reside at 2156 Dennis Ray Ave. N.E., Keizer, OR, 97303. 2. Ronald R. Logan and I are the sole owners of the New Era Mine, A.P.# 41-08-27 (the "Property"); located in Butte County, California.. 3. I, Ronald R. Logan and/or our agents have engaged in mining operations on this Property without interruption since it was purchased from the Roy's on July 51h, 1977. 4. During all times relevant to the mining operation on the Property we were granted permits and inspections which were in cooperation with Gayland Taylor, Fish and Game Warden, California Fish and Game Department. 5. On June 12, 1982 1 accompanied my husband to the office of Bettye Kircher, Director of Planning, Butte County Planning Commission, 7 County Center Drive in Oroville, California. 6. 1 agreed, along with my husband, to have a lien placed on our Property to satisfy the Reclamation Bond requirements stated in the Mandatory Conditions # 1-5 set by the Butte County Planning Commission for the permit to be valid. 0 70RjEGON Betty o NOYARY PUBUOOIVRMSSION COIAIMggtON 0M Subscribed and sworn to before me this 10 day of20� Notary Signa Notary public in and for the County of m0L/1 pr—*-5 And the state of C2 -5Y\ galattest to the fact that I have witnessed the continual operation of the New Era Mine-?Icated at 4095 Dry Creek Rd., Oroville, CA; Permit # 81-135, from the date to ther resent. ge A I Date s, I, re C attest to the fact that I have witnessed the continual operation of the ew Era Mine located at 4095 Dry Creek Rd., Oroville, CA, Permit # 81-135, from the date / % J — Z to the present. AKI a,4V Name Date r s, I, re C attest to the fact that I have witnessed the continual operation of the ew Era Mine located at 4095 Dry Creek Rd., Oroville, CA, Permit # 81-135, from the date / % J — Z to the present. AKI a,4V Name Date I; /� ��, attest to the fact that I have witnessed the continual operation of the New Era Mine located at 4095 Dry Creek Rd., Oroville, CA, Permit # 81-135, from the date_ to the present. ame Date • • J STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT .M Kevin P. McDonnell The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is KEV I NIP M c - D ON N IEL-L- ; 2. I reside at 4%4(6 GAM wooy LIV 3. I was bornon 01 '-24 , 19 SS inyAN cao qMV— WASµ _; 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by; Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in;their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a :�) ELF tr un t71 o !A Mb 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since U'*,n1 lRZ5 ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the .New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since -T" M I$ Ll • Affidavit of KeVtN l� ��oiyut�u Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: = .HA%jG: 6c -m -1 ±� • ... a RM r ltT-Pep .90ILP EQutpt Y"eWt FO (Z #i+C FI FTt-t , T. tiAUE 5 1 'QoN L.oc-Ate( -n+c- wimtty6 •PRo-Le:'Ss -to ;and • pp -trra r_ocrt l & aj &' B Oms ANO -rt+w rt r A Kt 1_4 5 , r F+gvE p A Y4 0 en A N O, g W tC,�p IA -t e=Gr rNA Wj r tin's A y WA -2 Si N e e Affiant's Initials Affidavit of �/ l n7 M cD pNWUM . Page 3 of 3 c • 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. Name: �iPNUibNN c�'7.L Date: • i Witnesse 1 l A.A Date: U Q, Affiant's Initials STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF • �n�� S v�P,,S The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and. says: 1. My full name isD' 2. I reside at y I I S- yrw 3. I was born on _r �� . 2 , 19 6-7 in 1 ; 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his • agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a q 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since / 8.' I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since /9 9 s Affidavit of hi "- Page 2 of 3 } 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to . the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit • mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method;(d) dredging and '� g quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: '7 e-- .• Affiant's Initials ; and j Affidavit of hu j s Uq �e s ` Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. • n LJ f �- B —a e: Date: I- Z 7 - d 8 Witnessed By: Name: Can k zjL)amd Date: Affiant's Initials • • • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is4-11 U)�& ; 2. I reside at m (� [� r z4 ; 3. I was born on " ZI) 19:�J in. 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 959:65; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California,, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental .authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since % �/ ; J i 4� � Affidavit of �I' 4 4v APS' Page 2 of 3 • 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit • mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: 4 • Affiant's Initials ; and w 0 • Affidavit of �. i C b LLog Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. By: Name Date: / :� tD—` 09 Witnessed By: Name: F�;a o /ct Date:. /— 2,2 — O g Affiant's Initials STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) N AFFIDAVIT OF RMW /" =4,' The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is7e�07ao� Lry 2. I reside at 3. 1 was born on — in a •, 4. 1 am preparing this Affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators in the placer mining operation known as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; " 5. 1 understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to a'ry or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; Affiant's Ini 6. l am 7. 1 have known Michael Logan, son of Ronald R. Logan since ; .:8. 1 have heard Michael Logan, his wife Mary and various friends discuss the New Era Mine in Oroville, California on numerous occasions since that time. I have phoned Michael Logan and been told he was in the Mine working on several occasions; } 9. Michael and our friends have spoken many times to me about.the Mine and his experiences there. They specifically spoke' about it in terms of the equipment and operation; 10. It was my understanding that the Mine was operated by Michael and his family; 11. 1 have fully read this Affidavit; each statement herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to f� Date: Witnessed By: w Name: 1 / \�CCt�� L �� lS �"1 �► Date:/Zoo& [Type text] Affiant's Ini to AFFIDAVIT OF Beth Ann T. Reykers The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is Beth Ann T. Reykers; • 2. I reside at 2320 Woodcrest Lane, Carson City, Nevada 89701; 3. 1 was born on April 15, 1958 in Patchogue, New York; 4. 1 am preparing this Affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as r operators in -the placer mining operation known as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. 1 understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by • Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; - Affiant's Inititals 6. 1 am self-employed; 7. 1 have known Michael Logan, son of Ronald R. Logan since 1985; 8. 1 have heard Michael Logan, his wife Mary and my husband discuss the New Era Mine in Oroville, California on numerous occasions since that time. I have phoned Michael Logan and been told he was in the Mine working on several occasions during the 1990's; 9. My husband has spoken many times to me about his visits to the Mine and his experiences there. He specifically spoke about it in terms of the equipment and operation; 10. It was my understanding that the Mine was operated by.Michael and his family; 11. 1 have fully read this Affidavit; each statement herein that is not typewritten has been is set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. By: J Name: 66'Rev teV-5 . Date: (CEno-ari Witnessed By: Name: Date: Affiant's Inititals • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF i The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: j 1. My full name is !c '���✓C S /' .. ; 2. I reside at ,304 O i e rr71f.w l'�4 L "24 J rn.v- A� ;o'� %Y,)3 3. I was born on 7 / , 19__�Q in 1,52 /!o /(/t✓, ; 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his • agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of tl a Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a 5 r0/JB;p'-� 3 0,1/ 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 8. ' I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since �� ; Affidavit of ,Y��L �' / ✓ /'�',/� IOY4� Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit • mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) g n dredg iand quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: w► ��'�'cr�Il�✓� 44 14- 1z/z Y Y-- ; and Al oallrz)" Affiant's Initials �7 Affidavit of:y Page 3 of 3' • 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. E • Name Date: Witnessed By: Name: Date: Affiant's Initials yLf I" • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is golgert 2. I reside at W0(::9J y,'cl eo /—At, 6Q�Sg C'1 -y . /VV' 3. I was born on Oc-t Ja. , 19 56 in tKdr1 k1 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his • agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan�or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with • Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since P7 , • Affidavit ofd���7` Page 2 of 3 9. At .all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to .an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he. and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities,, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: j- tiuu&-.. boeA 7-Ae,.I't gzrox, 5 ©r 6 77ot&y 5,`,n6e r- ry Zc�o� Data. Wtj 50t ©r apt c'o and • Affiant's Initials Affidavit of��yr� ' Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. ' By. Name:�✓`��L° Date: Witnessed By: Ac kA a- 1 L 06 Name: ;41r-?�--', Date: 1 - Affiant's Initials • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is 1M (mi l (ffo X 13ba-0,1,s, 2. I reside at 70 t –A ©Jv_ moi– (—A v1 U e 3. 1 was born on X11 la , 19 min„���-vou�.; 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his • agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, 'Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as aa�-�-�� 1 c� 0" 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since c�8c1S ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since IR -10 ; V tezbl gg76 Affidavit of.NCll�ae���-`i S Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by • (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: 5 '}-1ru cs - `ro CK!g+ e OV -4 h - -�— -Q;and v>ti 40_� 0 Affiant's Initials f Affidavit of ca2� 3y lS Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting; except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of any knowledge. • • 0 By: Name: 1CYl �a li1K Date: Witnessed By: Mo'tq� Date: Affiant's Initials E . STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF 5 eo The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is Seats Uo y(A 2. I reside at _76 .5 Ctd inn x.5343 3. I was bornon Dec---%,ber- 7-S , 1951_in GYvco .0 -ft ; 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a briack► M;!54— ; 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since ] &q 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since kveq Ike 1 ; -� ; Affidavit of fie t1 Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit • mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and • quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: _Yy,I K -e- via I sem_ I - F ; and Affiant's Initials &. • Affidavit of S('0. Y\ . j—(o N c[ G a (I evLi, rl e— Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. By: Name: �'� �p LJo d Lf a (k-aY n. e Date: 01/'8/001 Witnessed By: Nam( Date: cfl r �00� • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF n The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is a a G C. 2. I reside at /6 C2 � •% 3. I was born on19_� 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since qLi R ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since ; • l\ P Affidavit of,Q, Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by • (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and. understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods:Ivy) 6- 4,nd O'cu k5; 144 gz a b VL Affiant's Initials �-% p � 7 Affidavit of Page 3 of 3 0--o------� 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. • • By: q, J Nam Date: 1 �� Witnessed By: Name Date: CO 1 .Z 6 2. p 0 0 (�-!R 0 Affiants Initials STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is ����'� tq Sit A)7—oS 2. I reside at 3. I was born on SAyyo0 I 1Z , 19 3 in ()%L,` ✓r / �� �' 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his • agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or. such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a 14 %/ A) c 6 . -14 re - 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since • • Affidavit of Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by • (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit • .mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e). surface work incident to an underground mine; (i) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods:. A. rt lgy4-ko_��r,'�, i Affiant's Initials ; and • • Affidavit of Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. By: Name:r/fir Date: % — 2 r— 9 Witnessed By: CP� Name: Date: ate( Affiant's Initials AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is �is �" A ((S [4c- 2., c2." I reside at 2., 3.- Iwas bornon , 198.q in ej4LIA�}�{ ; 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation,, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a ti 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since [ C( L4 ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since • • Affiant's Initials and Affidavit of Page 2 of 3 •1 9 t A al tunes in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2; 'Section' 2735, states that "surface mining operations." includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit • mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to -an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous _ operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: r ti , • Affiant's Initials and t Affidavit of Page 3 of 3 • 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. h By: 2(Z Date: /Act /Zao Witnessed By: . Name: �P �LI i>>/•fj Date: T Affiant's Initials STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn; deposes and says: I . My full name is ; ,7 2. I reside at S`3 '�/ Z 3. I was born on C7 t % 2 1 , 19 S ? in 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and: located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a Bit et -'C - 7. t -'C-7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 19 �71 ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since • Affidavit of Page 2of3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit • . mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and 0 quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: (a j �i7e, Affiant's Initials ; and • Affidavit of Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. By: 16 � a, Name:, Date: Witnessed By: Name: Z P Date: �'c�► S��dFj Affiant's Initials ( I WELp1NG SUPPLY BOB. BERGER Vice President 2013 Li'Coln, Blvd. 357 E. Park Ave. or., Li, CA 5965 pp gox 2166 Cell (530) 570 8494 ph (530) 534-6556 Chico, CA 95928 rberger@mibwelding.com WWW -MI Ph. (530) 342 3589 Tm.ul ® FAX (530) 342-1715 conn Moot � IngersollAand. MYPOiE[t10MLLUP LOMYP[ftOPt • r� LJ n LJ i STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name ist 2. I reside at 35 7 t . Par k Pw.e- Ck c-,- e- 3. I was born on�?r 19 tO I in C' A ; 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Butte Valley, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office. of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a Su c ; 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 8. I have engaged in business trpnsactions with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since ; • Affidavit of j2a r �- • �2r� Page 2 of 4 9. My business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents have included: vJP_I Acne O406SAQ_,�fi -A W05trCQ_ J Cfl 10. At various times in which I have engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, such individuals have discussed with me the nature and intent of such business transactions; 11. At all times in which I have engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that such business was being . conducted in connection with the operation of the New Era Mine; 12. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 13. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 14. I understand upon information by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by • (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit Affiant's Initials �n �3 • 67 - Affidavit of C) .Page 3 of 4 mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 15. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: and 16. 1 have fully read this Affidavit; Each statement contain herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. By:f�� Name: 2f� Date: Witnessed By: Name Affiant's Initials r� .Affidavitof J ae e.r Page 4 of 4 Date: �� 2,vn Affiant's Initials 0 • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is % (J/ 2. I reside at ���T �% ����CZ �} • ; 3. I was born on '19 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a ��� ,(1 j j 1r/u02 . 014. 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since4 1. J 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since S ; • Affidavit of Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: j 0 ; and Affiant's Initials 6-�Z— Affidavit of /L2- — Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. By: Name: Date: Witnessed By. Li S4' /1-1. 6 U r Name: J,-& �- Date: Affiant's Initials STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE . ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is 'i��l��'1MCW I Y� ; 2. I reside at 3. I was bornon 19C� I in 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. , I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. lam employed as a .,INlhd w�- G& a 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since` n biy �h 'in 100) ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since .n\ bl YOU 1 I it -1 • • Affidavit of1�},�(I�V(`L lJ�U1 Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood f that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a), removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: � 1\l _1 A ; and Affiant's Initials 0 Affidavit of 1 Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. By: Name: Date: U i �� f �D 06 " Witnessed By: Name: LC_� Date: T {ant's Initials • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF AR✓ �i'� . GMt3nI The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is 2. I reside at 11A 1,4) . d�'`� ' �j �,-�e Gr%j�C� (!A 965�2p; 3. I was born on 19,fW in &2An Z2[.,n6 ; 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his • agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a . G(/Pr 1 1'� A AZT ; 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since /9�9 Affidavit of /V Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I } have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by • (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting,' or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; L� 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous . operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: /� e � --�T` G r,olf T Affiant's Initials Affidavit of MAP11 M, Page 3 of 3 • 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of any knowledge. • • Witnessed By: 0 Name � /i^. i . SII �� • �_ �� Date: 2— 1 21COO Affiant's Initials • CHICO SCRAP METAL George Scott, Sr. 766 Chico Oro Hwy. Durham, CA 95938 (530)345-6241 FAX (530) 345-6025 Resolei, SRKHI328750345 George Scott, Jr. 878 E. 20th St. Chico, CA 95928 (530)343-7166 FAX (530) 343-9524 CHICO SCRAP METAL, INC. Demolition Contractor CA Lic. No. 812871 • • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) r AFFIDAVIT OF ( el �• S CL's(, Sr' The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is ��r., t> Jam' � 2. I reside at 1 % Fri-( K ��' C CA ; 3. I was born on.�' 1931 in 4. I .am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Butte Valley, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office. of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; n 6. I am employed as a d W it' 61- '- 7. - 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since �Clyq 8. I have engaged in business tr nsactions with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since / J • /1 : ll S Affidavit of (�. 6t z- W. 3co Page 2 of 4 9. My business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents have included: S6 S 8 10. At various times in which I have engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, such individuals have discussed with me the nature and intent of such business transactions; 11. At all times in which I have engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that such business was being conducted in connection with the operation of the New Era Mine; 12. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 13. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 14. ' I understand upon information by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit Affia"t'e Tn;tiola a • Affidavit of .Page 3 of 4 mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 15. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R Logan and/or his agents, Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: • .� lam' �- P - C.. J�iS ;and.. 16. I have fully read this Affidavit; Each statement contain herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. By: _ Name: Date: Witnessed By: Name '1 1/30/0% • Affiant's Initials 1 Affidavit of Page 4 of 4 Date: l ib3 il M f-. t. CHICO SCRRP MEMIL, Inc. George Scott, Sr. 765 Chico Oro Hwy. Durham, CH 95938 Phone: (530) 345-6241 Fax: (530) 345-6025 George Scott, Jr. 878 E. 20th St. Chico, CH 95928 Phone: [530)343-7166 Fax: (530) 343-9524 CHICO SCRRP METHL, InC. Demolition Contractor Cfl Uc. no. 812871 Resale I SRKHB2875345 a ,' STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: ` 1. My full name is " lz'�' a4 -TT 2. I reside at G -i C�.:► , C ; 3. I was born on , 19 in 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his • agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Butte Valley, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office. of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as am k—s nc _6 u -y e(L, 4 a- 7. 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 8. I have engaged in business transactions with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since /9 T? ; • Affidavit of Sus-t­,;�-4•2. Page 2 of 4 4 9. My business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents have included: cy t� e`t IrJ LaJ L, G PM ►'T A E> .N nLs-v 10. At various times in which I have engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, such individuals have discussed with me the nature and intent of such business transactions; 11. At all times in which I have engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that such business was being • conducted in connection with the operation of the New Era Mine; 12. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 13. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his 'agents, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 14. I understand upon information by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of .1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals byl (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit) I�. ' , Affiant's Initials Affidavit ofQ-; } fLG� &-g'`?'7 - Page 3 of 4 r • • mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 15. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and "engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: 4 ,r c Q AW LO V NQ) S7Z .� /:c)� ZV [_ �Vt W d,,V b 0 — all AA L c uJ 6 3' S 7c LL J � � `�n'� - l +`r tw i-1ll W � [ 16. I have fully read this Affidavit; Each statement contain herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. By: Name: n Date: Zcj Witnessed By: Name: M lC 11 Affiant's Initials _ r Affidavit of C—ccy, -� Sc�zT" Page 4 of 4 " Date: %`— 27- O Affiant's Initial V4 • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is r l�� (11 t C_-., ; 2. I reside at 3. I was born on , 19 in 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his • agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Butte Valley, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office. of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 8. 1 have engaged in business transactions with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since (� L • Affidavit of P" -\,CA Page 2 of 4 9. My business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents have included: (7-�I�c.� El 10. At various times in which I have engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, such individuals have discussed with me the nature and intent of such business transactions; 11. At all times in which I have engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that such business was being • conducted in connection with the operation of the New Era Mine; 12. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 13. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 14. I understand upon information by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits;(b) o it Pen- P Affiant's Initialsm�l Affidavit of .Page 3 of 4 • mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 15. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: and 16. I have fully read this Affidavit; Each statement contain herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. By: Name: (YV�­L Date: .1 o Witnessed By: • Name: jo2ovt Affiant's Initials M • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF m The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: c L My full name isLMLI; 2.. I reside at L2.0 A 3. I was born on 19 o��S in1eJ9; 4.. I am preparing this affid it at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his • agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 51. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald; R. Log r his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since ��O • Affidavit of Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by' Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining .and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by • (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and* (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: GCS ! • ;and Affiant's Initials Affidavit of Page 3 of 3 , 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. T By. Namc Date: Witnessed By: r N Date: Affiant's Initiaw", • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: I., My full name is 2. I reside at 19.0 f` PAM 1nl\1 *6 � Cln,c� 3. I was born on J 0� X10 ��, 19 -8� in 5af\ C' A 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his • agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a j t 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since - `� • Affidavit of rsxY, Ay Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to .an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: _MOa\t\k �W� 0-4\ Vv; OA �ty\z ., _�,_ C-C.Arl, + kp ; and • Affiant's Initials (,,p 0 Affidavit of Page 3 of 3 ' 13. I -have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. By: Name: Date: -cA Witnessed By: 4&(4� N Date: -Of Affiant's Initials r • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is 441 C)-444ZZ— Py✓ L © 6A/V? 2. I reside at 2.'0 W L(4 -k- 5;4- GN / c0 C):� q S C? 2 Dp; 3. I was born on (9 GTO 19 58 in C H ( CO 4 QAU F, ; 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his • agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and r located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed asa Q t\ � Q 2 G 2OUV t V 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since Affidavit of M� IC c--/— Page --LPage 2 of 3. - 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by • (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit ng of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods 74 (6L 1 ✓�% `r1414 FF40) l M,6 TI- YI�W 4AL5o E�s�e-y�� PW 7'& PMCO�E!? 6101PMJ6 H (Gtkrz. 640�: Vhf- T RUAI 2©f TrIgS Eywy %�a� T HANEt-�A-e D, AlfrAlUtt)1 fZ�PgcR��, (LTWO, &SA 4cLD, WAD o�,��(,��v� 0�, �!/Q�OIJ, ; and- •(kIE*kfD C)NJ off KggD or P*Cp% A MJ f or_o 4MIivF_ 91-L pr 144 fI Dt)L l Pj_�ww TWE BIAS 0&e"J No `1 AfAf;-01_?rOME FORM OP M )Nl NG Hai w?j dA PPcmAx t-iw A,-5qq 5+W� Tao rI(t5rcU#6S Wova2Y of <,RkTiox►5 Affiant's Initials Affidavit of M r/ t L D 6,4AJ Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. • By: kc'WA-w 40t,','n Q Name:mla■til / i 1. Witnessed By: / / Name: _1r Gam' 4 Nd l Q �I Date: l _' 1 Q Affiant's Initials STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF 4)Q4 L5 Q 12 4 The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name A; 2. I reside at \ , 3. I was born on C�{' , 19 in , ',a f �e W L ; 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a 'mac e i >/ p 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since 19 7 2 ; 0 • Affidavit of A Page 2 of 3 % 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation,Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, .retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: ' 144 4R t o , 2 N r r the Ov U) ® Z I t �— Yr�1�• 0 2 Ina11 e 171 IP 47 h n 0 _i5 Xf Sint_ Oqs-Z)v- C, v- , ?Yn e Y'A V ; and Affiant's Initial_ Affidavit of E ti Y L6 G� Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. By: Name: �A? Date: • Witnessed By: ��� kcc 5 N Date: , 3d Affiant's Initials�r • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT 4izA Loci- a�n The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is HO ` CIL 2. I reside at 3. I was born onC,. , 19 i in 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his • agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and' located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department . of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan orhis agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a o 66M e 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with b1C'�".\ �1 Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since �l ; • 0 a a J, Affidavit of L -Q Page 2 of 3. 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal. of mining waste; and (h) . prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my, opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: I,Waa wlyy, 5� �1� �� ,!� a�3t7✓1 3Aimts�Z� 1^0.v �CCin O6✓1v1iv,G1 r"A SIv1C 1►1G1aC\4vt{iGS. .l1hC� 1 (fC.vj (tOAtMJes c , �� WalKc Logia✓ ' A9A& 141% bonAkArs £ Q V\O V -c Ut- L✓1 ; and. vw- a ✓� ✓1^ t,n►' d (�Gw� a I t y e.. M I pl- S O- ✓V� 1 �- LAG C\ W r �[ 1 (A M, v`,c- • Aff ant's Initials Affidavit of Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. By: Name Date: I — 6 0 - Witnessed By: Name: Date:• �Q—oo Affiant's Initials tiTL, U • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT 1� L"k1 y� The undersigned, 1. My full na 2. I reside at], L� IV��9 `� ( A2- \\ 3. I was born on_3QMe 11 , 19_q0 in 0(G\)'ak ; 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan . and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a _OA vwe G�Q &UN�� 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since �V ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since T uxt�s 1.d1 n ; Affidavit of L� . Page 2 of 3 • 9. At all times in .which I have known Ronald R. Loan and/or his agents, I Logan have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all; or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit • mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: can `iCYYK' M\(1e1r Nq V ile kk9PrVeA C.fw1x11)W I 1 MY NI PI.) ren _M ,,,n n CQ 1�QP :YYI P�fL`� ; and Affiant's Initials W,/ -, Affidavit of WCJ e 10 Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; .each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of any knowledge. By: W(' Name: Date: l — Witnessed By: Name Date: Affiant's Initials 0 STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ). AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is ; 2. I reside at 12 ? 014 d o c-e--a"Ir VP� 3. I was born on 19_ain 5Q k) 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a r eSS e r o >> .7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since Affidavit of �6 Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 7 L .- 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; '11. 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit • mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and 0 quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; T(� 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: 0 v.e �S.een Affiant's Initials ?,� Affidavit of Page 3 of 3 • 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. C] By: 4.4? Lza-dn-- Name: Date: Witnessed By: Name Affiant's Initials TL, .� AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is ; 2. I reside at2,� B E&. Aw _ �,�/1,1.Q� (A � q s' J 3. I wasbornon 19tain 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request . of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a � � � I `AZ Q MCAKaX2 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 1 eD . 21 j G'j � ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly sinceS� ����} 0 0 • 0 Affidavitof L Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that. the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the. operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his + 4 agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities;.0 L 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous . operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: =Ok ♦ �� 6C Affiant's Initials Pd Affidavit of nft �"(}R (U� Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. L By: OIU.A ewAatA ll "" Name: I� If1{� 6- - Date: I I , O8 Witnessed By: Name: v�►n A►� or��l Me \\ $'lid Date: -30 —OX M Affiant's Initials _ STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ). AFFIDAVIT OF Idle, The undersigned, being duly/�wor, deppfses and say 1 My full name is 2. - I reside at 3. I was born on 19,�Zin e 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the. California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a SL [Q A/ 0_1 8 7. 1 have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since Czk.�Aoocc� 7/t�'�� L Affidavit ofZV'. Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; W L- 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; W �_ 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Loganand/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2; Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by • (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and 0 quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities;O_ _ 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: l�L�c�` Affiant's Initials , Affidavit of GI� Page 3 of 3 • 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. Name Date: % ;SQ —0 '16 • Witnessed By: Name: Date: �r ,�D 1 0 Affiant's Initials k STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is C 2. I reside at ����Cl 'Loe7=Sg 3. I was born on , 19_JC�-in CA�1 C r) ; 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and • located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965• 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a P 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 3 ; r 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since Affidavit of� l� Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Loan and/or his agents, I Logan have understood that the New Era Mine' was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9; Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the periodin which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods:-- Affiant's Initia M1 Affidavit of C Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. n U By: Name Date: Witnessed B N D Affiant's Initials STATE OF CALIFORNIA j COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF A eY1c�-eY'�o n The undersigned,being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name isy, 2. I reside at mO e ; . 3. I was born on 19_t in OC-o\,kkg- ; 4. 1 am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and • located at 4095. Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a ttpy5e_ ujt�� 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since ,1 Loy�G` r�1M.eyV�`p.�1r ; y k ."W'M o -F o Affidavit of AclA Page 2 of 3 13 • 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit • mining of minerals naturally exposed; mining by the auger method; ( dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; andj2f"' prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: 1 G V W -; and rarid po, av�c� v.�c AY;cls' L,� off' K� G�utM�ffian�t s Initials Affidavit of Page 3 of 3 • 13. 1 have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. By: Name Date: Witnessed By: Name Date: Affiant's Initials